American Stores Company Laptop Sleeve
Black / 7"
$27.99
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Keep your laptop close while celebrating the story behind American Stores. Formed in Philadelphia in 1917, the company expanded from a group of local grocers into a far-reaching business tied to familiar food and pharmacy banners. Acquisitions brought new regions and store names into its history, while a company-wide integration plan began in 1992. This Laptop Sleeve suits retail history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone curious about the companies behind regional shopping traditions.
American Stores Company began in 1917 when Philadelphia’s Acme Tea Company combined with four local grocery businesses to form a 1,223-store chain. It grew to nearly 1,800 stores by 1925 and bought 305 grocery and meat stores in northern New Jersey in 1928. Later milestones included acquiring California’s Alpha Beta in 1961 and merging with the Skaggs Companies in 1979; the combined company kept the American Stores name and was headquartered in Salt Lake City. In 1984 it acquired Jewel Companies, adding Jewel Food Stores, Osco Drug, Star Market, Sav-on Drugs, Buttrey Food Stores and White Hen. The company acquired Lucky Stores in 1988, then sold or restructured several businesses as it reduced debt and consolidated operations. In 1992 it began a company-wide integration plan, while continuing to operate familiar grocery and pharmacy banners. Albertsons announced its acquisition in August 1998, and the deal was completed in June 1999. American Stores was delisted and ceased to exist as a company; Albertsons retained the Acme Markets, Jewel-Osco, Osco Drug and Sav-on Drugs names, while Lucky stores were later rebranded.
Keep your laptop close while celebrating the story behind American Stores. Formed in Philadelphia in 1917, the company expanded from a group of local grocers into a far-reaching business tied to familiar food and pharmacy banners. Acquisitions brought new regions and store names into its history, while a company-wide integration plan began in 1992. This Laptop Sleeve suits retail history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone curious about the companies behind regional shopping traditions.
American Stores Company began in 1917 when Philadelphia’s Acme Tea Company combined with four local grocery businesses to form a 1,223-store chain. It grew to nearly 1,800 stores by 1925 and bought 305 grocery and meat stores in northern New Jersey in 1928. Later milestones included acquiring California’s Alpha Beta in 1961 and merging with the Skaggs Companies in 1979; the combined company kept the American Stores name and was headquartered in Salt Lake City. In 1984 it acquired Jewel Companies, adding Jewel Food Stores, Osco Drug, Star Market, Sav-on Drugs, Buttrey Food Stores and White Hen. The company acquired Lucky Stores in 1988, then sold or restructured several businesses as it reduced debt and consolidated operations. In 1992 it began a company-wide integration plan, while continuing to operate familiar grocery and pharmacy banners. Albertsons announced its acquisition in August 1998, and the deal was completed in June 1999. American Stores was delisted and ceased to exist as a company; Albertsons retained the Acme Markets, Jewel-Osco, Osco Drug and Sav-on Drugs names, while Lucky stores were later rebranded.
A slim, protective laptop sleeve crafted from smooth neoprene with a soft, padded interior that cushions your device while keeping it lightweight and easy to carry. The front panel is customizable with a crisp, minimalist design; the back is solid black for a clean, low-profile look. Dual zipper enclosures give fast, secure access from either side, and the water-resistant, durable construction helps shield your laptop from light spills and everyday wear. Available in multiple sizes to fit a range of laptops and tablets, this sleeve slips into backpacks or briefcases without adding bulk and adds a touch of understated style to your daily commute or work-from-home setup.
Product features
- Dual zipper enclosures for easy two-sided access
- Foam padding to absorb bumps and protect from dust
- Smooth neoprene exterior — lightweight and water-resistant
- Customizable front panel with solid black back
- Available in multiple sizes to fit laptops and tablets
Care instructions
- Use warm water, dish soap and clean spots off your sleeve. It's not necessary to soak the whole sleeve. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
| 7" | 10" | 13" | 15" | 17" | |
| Length, in | 7.09 | 10.43 | 12.60 | 13.39 | 15.94 |
| Width, in | 4.72 | 7.87 | 9.45 | 10.24 | 12.01 |
| Diagonal, in | 8.50 | 13.07 | 15.75 | 16.85 | 19.96 |
| Depth, in | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 |
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Use warm water, dish soap and clean spots off your sleeve. It's not necessary to soak the whole sleeve. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.